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New sunshine route to sub-Saharan Sal takes off!
easyJet and easyJet holidays have celebrated the launch of their first flights and package holidays from London Gatwick to the beautiful island of Sal in Cape Verde. easyJet’s first ever sub-Saharan service took off this morning for the first time and will operate every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday throughout the year, with package holidays available to a range of hotels.
Tirol Summer 2025 Thrilling New Adventures and Alpine Escapes
Tirol's summer 2025 is packed with adventure, whether on foot, wheels, ropes, or rock. From high octane mountain biking and climbing routes to interactive themed trails and family friendly attractions, Tirol's summer of 2025 is set to be more exciting than ever. If it's chasing an adrenaline rush or a laid-back escape in the heart of the Alps, the region's newest experiences promise a perfect blend of action and relaxation all with the breathtaking Tirolean mountains as a constant backdrop. Here's a roundup of the most exciting new developments and exclusive offers for the season ahead.
Discover a new living experience in Abu Dhabi's most prestigious waterfront address
Opula sets a new benchmark for living standards through its creative design and thoughtful layouts. Opula offers a carefully curated living experience, blending sophistication and practicality. With 192 apartments, including 3 exclusive penthouses and 5 elegant townhouses, the project provides a variety of options tailored to different lifestyles.
LLA leads Europe in Next-Gen Aircraft usage
London Luton Airport (LLA) continues to lead the way in the adoption of quieter, more fuel-efficient "next-generation" aircraft, with the highest proportion of passenger flights operated using these advanced models than any other major European airport. Data from aviation intelligence specialist RDC Aviation shows that between March 2024 and February 2025, almost half (47.8%) of commercial passenger flights departing from LLA were operated using Airbus neo or Boeing Max variants, which reduce emissions by up to 20% and have a reduced noise footprint.
SAS broadens its global network with additional Delta codeshare destinations
SAS announces the expansion of its partnership with Delta Air Lines, offering a wide range of new trans-Atlantic options and ensuring a more convenient travel experience between Scandinavia and North America. Starting April 2nd, 2025, customers will benefit from an expanded codeshare between SkyTeam partners SAS and Delta. The agreement will present a broader range of destinations and increased frequencies, providing a more streamlined and convenient journey.
Cathay and Zurich Insurance (Hong Kong) collaborate to offer customers multiple insurance protection
Cathay and Zurich Insurance (Hong Kong) (“Zurich”) are excited to announce a new strategic partnership that aims to elevate the lifestyle of Cathay members. This collaboration, “Cathay x Zurich partnership - Protect daily lives, Earn Miles” will provide a diverse selection of general insurance solutions alongside a seamless customer journey. The new offerings are designed to safeguard every facet of Cathay members’ lives while enabling them to earn Asia Miles.
Southend-on-Seeing more of Europe
easyJet has today opened its 10th UK base at London Southend Airport, creating 140 direct jobs for pilots and crew in the UK and supporting 1200 indirect jobs*. This marks a continued trajectory of UK growth for the airline as it opens a second base in as many years, having launched at Birmingham International Airport in 2024, fuelled by UK demand for its flights and package holidays.
PATA Forecasts Strong Asia Pacific Visitor Rebound and Growth Through 2027
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has released the latest Asia Pacific Visitor Forecasts 2025-2027, providing in-depth insights into tourism recovery trends across the region. This comprehensive report, prepared in collaboration with the Hospitality and Tourism Research Centre of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, presents forecasts for 39 destinations in the Asia Pacific region under mild, medium, and severe scenarios, offering critical insights for stakeholders in the travel and tourism industry.
DIGITRIPS transforms airfare booking with year-long price protection
DIGITRIPS, the French travel tech group behind the B2B and B2C platform MisterFly, has unveiled FREEZE – the only feature on the market that allows travellers to lock in a flight fare for up to 12 months before take-off, without any commitment. Unlike traditional price freeze tools that only offer a few hours or days of protection, FREEZE gives travellers the power to secure the best airfare months ahead and confirm or decline the held fare up to 10 days before departure. This unique approach eliminates the stress of volatile airfare pricing and offers unmatched flexibility in trip planning.
MSC CRUISES TAKES DELIVERY OF MSC WORLD AMERICA
MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l'Atlantique celebrated milestones on Thursday for three World Class ships in Saint-Nazaire, France, with the delivery of MSC World America, the coin ceremony for MSC World Asia and steel cutting for the newly named MSC World Atlantic.
Rotana Enters Strategic Partnership with Global Hotel Alliance
Abu Dhabi-based Rotana will offer the 30 million members of the GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme over 80 additional properties to choose from across six brands in the Middle East, North Africa, Eastern Europe & Türkiye Rotana, a leading hotel management company in the UAE and one of the region’s largest hospitality operators, today announced a strategic partnership with Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest network of independent hotel brands. This landmark collaboration significantly expands Rotana's global reach, providing enhanced loyalty benefits to guests while boosting commercial strength.
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